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$115,427$143 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1018 SW WATSON AVE

TOPEKA, KS 66604
2
Beds
1
Baths
808 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$115K
$99K low$132K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,899 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$13,704 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,704
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$119,160

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.40
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyShawnee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 144 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Whitson Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Landon Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Topeka West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66604These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,197
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,642 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,377
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,777
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1018 Sw Watson Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Central Topeka
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Shawnee County

What homes are worth in Topeka 66604

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$59K$479K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Topeka 66604.

How it measures up in Topeka 66604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66604.

Estimated value$115,427
CheaperTypical $161,372Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area808 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 1018 Sw Watson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral TopekaTopeka 66604Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$115,42726% of homes23% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14374% of homes73% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than808 ft²14% of homes6% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac39% of homes29% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than194770% of homes55% of homes25% of homes

About 1018 Sw Watson Ave

How much is 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS is $115,427 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $98,610 to $132,244. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS last sell?

1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS last sold on May 1, 1997, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS?

1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 808 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS built?

1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS?

1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS is assigned to Whitson Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Landon Middle School (middle), rated D; Topeka West High School (high), rated D. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66604?

Among the 8,512 homes in Topeka 66604, it is worth more than 23% of them ($115,427 against a typical $161,372), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($143 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 6% of them (808 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1947 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 23% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1018 Sw Watson Ave, Topeka, KS was $1,899. The county assessed it at $13,704.

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